Our family went glacier hiking our guide Meredith was amazing we had a great time would recommend it to anyone

This review is for a Custom 8 Day Alaskan Sampler Multi-Sport Trip, August 2015.From the beginning to booking this trip, Kristina was extremely kind and... read moreThis review is for a Custom 8 Day Alaskan Sampler Multi-Sport Trip, August 2015.From the beginning to booking this trip, Kristina was extremely kind and helpful in making the trip exactly what I wanted and working around my schedule. She was great and punctual at communicating, providing detailed answers, itineraries, and breakdowns for me. I traveled alone so she helped find another person to join on the trip as there is a 2 person minimum. She helped incorporate every activity that I wanted and even managed to lower the price by doing so.Overview: Kayaking and camping through the Columbia Sound (3 days), returned to to Valdez and stopped for rafting with the day group on the way to our flight-see to Kennicott followed by a hike to camp (day 4), Ice Climbing on the Root Glacier, then backpacking across it to camp at Donoho (day 5). Backpacked through Donoho to the Kennicott Glacier then hiked back to the root glacier to camp at our original location (day 6-7), Kennicott tour then returned to Valdez (day 8).I was able to experience so much in such a short amount of time. Our guide Stan was nice, patient, knowledgeable, and helpful, especially since I've never done anything like this before. He always made us feel safe and was always prepared. He prepared all of our meals and was really good at it! He's funny and was also great at motivating us and keeping us in good spirits when we were tired.I did extensive research before the trip making sure that I picked the right company and trip. I compared pricing and packages with other companies and Pangaea Adventures was by far the most accommodating, and had the most affordable trips for the activities they offered. They also provide you with any equipment you don't have and it's all clean and in good shape. All of the staff we ran into was friendly and love what they do.Warning: This isn't your typical "vacation". Sometimes it was physically exhausting, but the incredible sights that could only be seen by this kind of activity was worth every single sore muscle and bruise. I came out of this trip feeling enlightened, stronger physically and mentally, and full of incredible memories! It was more than I could have every imagined. Thank you Pangaea for an experience of a lifetime! read less

So much fun Our guide Seth was the best. Very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. We will definitely book our next trip with Pangaea.

So Incredible! Going kayaking to Columbia Glacier with Pangaea was the highlight of my trip! Loved getting to paddle in the icebergs and get close enough to... read moreGoing kayaking to Columbia Glacier with Pangaea was the highlight of my trip! Loved getting to paddle in the icebergs and get close enough to see the Glacier! read less

unforgettable experience Everything was very well and professionally organized with a very friendly atmosphere. Our guide Trevor was very patient with our two girls and took the... read moreEverything was very well and professionally organized with a very friendly atmosphere. Our guide Trevor was very patient with our two girls and took the time to answer all of their questions ! Thanks again for a great moment ! read less

A perfect rainy day for a paddle We booked the Gold Creek paddle and hike... it was a rainy day, perfect for a paddle in the bay. A short hike to the... read moreWe booked the Gold Creek paddle and hike... it was a rainy day, perfect for a paddle in the bay. A short hike to the waterfall and heaps of Salmonberries to snack on made this a perfect half day activity. Nadine is a wonderful and very knowledgeable guide! Thanks again to her and Pangaea for a great day in Valdez! read less

Me and my dad rolled into town with no plan on Friday afternoon and walked in to Pangaea looking for a kayaking adventure. We weighted... read moreMe and my dad rolled into town with no plan on Friday afternoon and walked in to Pangaea looking for a kayaking adventure. We weighted the options and the were able to squeeze us on to a guided trip in Shoup Bay. Our guides were fabulous and friendly and helpful and a joy to paddle with. The lunch spot was incredible and the bird cliffs were fun to see. I can't wait to return for another trip!! read less

A wonderful day Kayaking in front of glacier We took a whole day kayaking in front of the Columbia glacier in early August. It was our first time doing Kayaking, and 6 of... read moreWe took a whole day kayaking in front of the Columbia glacier in early August. It was our first time doing Kayaking, and 6 of us were all rookies. Before we booked the tour, we had a lot of concerns. The tour went very well it was well organized. Our guide Ben was from Minnesota, who went to Alaska in early May to get some company training. He was in charge of 8 people on 4 kayaks. Ben was very knowledgeable. We liked him very much. We had a memorable experience especially for our kids. read less

AMAZING TOUR This is the best company in Valdez for tours. The tour guides are AMAZING! They are so knowledgeable and fun! They know the area well,... read moreThis is the best company in Valdez for tours. The tour guides are AMAZING! They are so knowledgeable and fun! They know the area well, the history of the town and we’re super knowledgeable about safety and the glaciers. I felt like I was in good hands the entire day! It was a beautiful day and unforgettable trip!!! read less

kayaking to Shoup Glacier Had the best day kayaking in Valdez! Shoup Glacier is seriously underrated! After a short boat ride with our guides Carson and Tim, Carson led... read moreHad the best day kayaking in Valdez! Shoup Glacier is seriously underrated! After a short boat ride with our guides Carson and Tim, Carson led us up toward the glacier. We got some awesome close up views of a pair of bald eagles. Lots of otters playing around. After having lunch right under the glacier, we had a fun ride back through some rougher water. Carson was an awesome dude and we loved chilling with him all day. The owner Tim was also great to talk to and we learned a lot about the area from them. Would highly recommend going through this company for any adventure. Extremely professional, seasoned, and just simply lovely people who were fun to be with. Best of luck to everyone at Pangea Adventures!! read less

Bucket list...check! We went sea kayaking with Brad at the Columbia Glacier and it was mind blowing. Definitely bucket list material. Great guide! Thank you Brad. I... read moreWe went sea kayaking with Brad at the Columbia Glacier and it was mind blowing. Definitely bucket list material. Great guide! Thank you Brad. I will do it again next time I am in Valdez! read less

We had a blast; the weather was perfect, the guide, Sammie, was excellent, and the glaciers/icebergs were active that day! We took the 10 hr... read moreWe had a blast; the weather was perfect, the guide, Sammie, was excellent, and the glaciers/icebergs were active that day! We took the 10 hr Columbia Glacier Kayak Tour. I thought 10hrs was long, but it went by pretty fast. We saw icebergs crumble before our eyes without warning, so don't get too close to them! Sammie brought some pretzels and trailmix, and made hot chocolate for us when we docked on the other island for lunch. Yes--you should bring your own lunch. The pacing of the trip was very leisurely and we didn't feel rushed at all. Sammie was a geology major and knew a lot about glaciers. She also was very helpful to take photos for us against the largest icebergs. WARNING: there are NO bathrooms once you get on the boat. They will tell you that you'll be taken to "the most pristine bathrooms on the planet", and guess what that means. I ended up peeing in a bush 2 times. I guess it's part of the experience...and everyone else had to do it! There was a sighting of the Northwestern, which is the boat featured in The Deadliest Catch tv show. The crew waved to us. read less

A Remarkable Experience This adventure was even better than expected — the team brought you in, set you up, prepared you for a great trip and delivered. ... read moreThis adventure was even better than expected — the team brought you in, set you up, prepared you for a great trip and delivered. I could tell you about the whales, the sea otter, the sea lions, the seals, the glacier ice, the waterfalls and the Columbia Glacier. I could but you need to experience yourself. Make it happen and you will not regret it. read less

Amazing Columbia Glacier trip Awe-inspiring trip to the glacier. We had the g amphitheater all to ourselves. All of the guides were great, but Dan was... read moreAwe-inspiring trip to the glacier. We had the g amphitheater all to ourselves. All of the guides were great, but Dan was fantastic. He shared a kayak with our six year old and spent most of the trip answering all of his questions. Highly recommend. Please go before the glacier recedes up on to the land. Won’t be too much longer 🙁 read less

great day tour for kayaking Went on a day tour kayaking near Columbia Glacier. Usually the minimum group size is 4, but they took out a smaller group (3 people... read moreWent on a day tour kayaking near Columbia Glacier. Usually the minimum group size is 4, but they took out a smaller group (3 people total) because it was the first day of the season. Our guide, Seth, was great, and the company's owner, Tim, was our wonderful captain. Both offered lots of good information about the area and were very flexible and accommodating. We had extra guides-in-training along who were helpful to us, too. There was no way of predicting what the ice would be like, and unfortunately it was a little too impacted for our kayaks to make it around the corner to see the glacier, but later Tim motored the boat to get us good views of the glacier face and surrounding mountains. It was a cloudy day but we still got some good views, and the clouds create better colors for the icebergs, anyway. Also saw many otters, some seals, bald eagles, etc. along the way. Tim has outfitted the boat with some additional protections for COVID (plexiglass dividers in the cabin, etc.) Note that it will be hard to maintain 6 feet of distance and the boat ride is long (2+ hours), but everyone wears a mask on the boat! Overall a highly organized and professional outfit, creating a perfect day trip. read less

Wonderful experience! The guides were hard working, funny and informative. They took care of everyone and did their best to keep us all comfortable on... read moreWonderful experience! The guides were hard working, funny and informative. They took care of everyone and did their best to keep us all comfortable on a cold, rainy day. I'm so happy this was the location and the company we kayaked with. I'd highly recommend them to any of my friends visiting the area. The only negative I can think of was the slow pace at times which was frustrating when you want to keep moving to stay warm... paddle four strokes, wait, paddle a couple more, wait... but that's more of a reflection of the other guest's abilities than anything negative on the guides themselves. I've never group kayaked before, so I didn't see that part coming.Thank you Nelson, Ben and Emily! You are an asset to Pangaea and so far, our time with you has been the best part of our trip. read less

Awesome! As a family of 4 with two young children, we really enjoyed our kayaking experience at Shoup Glacier with the Pangaea Adventures crew. Our guide... read moreAs a family of 4 with two young children, we really enjoyed our kayaking experience at Shoup Glacier with the Pangaea Adventures crew. Our guide Dan was very nice, knowledgeable of the area, and the Captain Tim was as nice as it gets! If you are in Valdez and are looking for a kayaking trip around one of the glacier, please look for Pangaea as they are really professional and will take good care of you! read less

Kayaking Duck Flats We had an amazing guide, Trevor, for our kayaking adventure. It was my 10 year old daughter’s first time kayaking and he was very knowledgeable.... read moreWe had an amazing guide, Trevor, for our kayaking adventure. It was my 10 year old daughter’s first time kayaking and he was very knowledgeable. He was also patient as we were very slow. I would absolutely do this again!! read less